San Bernardino Personal Injury Lawyer
Injured in a San Bernardino accident? M&Y has recovered over $800 million for clients across California — with no fee unless we win.
Did you or a loved one recently suffer an injury in San Bernardino, California? You might be entitled to compensation from those responsible. The San Bernardino personal injury and car accident lawyers at M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers are ready to fight for your interests.
Our law office in Los Angeles has recovered over $800 million for personal injury victims in California since we opened our doors in 2013. Our experienced attorneys have over 100 years of combined experience in personal injury law.
You need a strong advocate in your corner after an accident in San Bernardino, CA. Contact M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers or call at 866-864-5477 today for a free consultation.
Reviewed by Nick T. Movagar, Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Last Updated: May 2026
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How We Help
How M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help After an Accident in San Bernardino, CA
You probably have a lot on your plate after an accident. You might have medical bills on top of other expenses; you might not be able to work. You may be experiencing serious pain and suffering. The last thing you should have to do is worry about the stresses of a personal injury claim.
Let our San Bernardino personal injury lawyers handle the legal side of things so you can rest and recover. Our firm has handled numerous high-profile cases covered in the news.
When you hire M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers, you can expect us to:
- Zealously advocate for your rights throughout the life of your case
- Dedicate the resources necessary to prove your case
- Hire expert witnesses to testify on your behalf if needed
- Conduct internal investigations to bolster your case
- Handle all communications and negotiations with the insurance company
- Take your case to court to protect your rights.
These are just a few of the ways in which we can help you obtain the compensation you deserve.
Whether you’re looking to get started or have questions about your case, we look forward to hearing from you. Call or contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Serious injuries in San Bernardino are typically treated at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (San Bernardino County’s only Level 2 Trauma Center), Loma Linda University Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Center, just minutes away), or St. Bernardine Medical Center — all major care providers for the San Bernardino community.
Local Statistics
How Common Are Accidents in San Bernardino, California?
The latest population estimate for San Bernardino is around 220,000. When you include the rest of San Bernardino County — the largest county in the United States by area — that number jumps to over 2 million. With this many people and the region’s heavy freight traffic, a substantial number of accidents take place each year.
According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, California recorded the following in 2023:
- 4,061 total traffic fatalities statewide
- 1,106 pedestrian fatalities
- 583 motorcycle fatalities
- 145 bicycle fatalities
San Bernardino sits at the convergence of I-10, I-15, I-215, and SR-210 — among California’s busiest commercial truck corridors. The Inland Empire’s growth as a major logistics hub means high volumes of freight traffic moving through the region every day.
If you’ve been hurt in any sort of accident, it’s important to reach out to a reputable San Bernardino personal injury attorney to make sure you’re made whole.
Find Us
Visit Our San Bernardino Personal Injury Law Firm
M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers — San Bernardino
Address
473 E. Carnegie Drive, Suite 200 San Bernardino, CA 92408
Phone
866-864-5477
Hours
Open 24/7 for new client calls
Practice Areas
Our San Bernardino Personal Injury Practice Areas
The experienced San Bernardino personal injury lawyers with M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers have handled cases involving:
Car Accidents
San Bernardino's busy freeways including I-10, I-15, I-215, and SR-210 see significant traffic and accidents. If you've been hurt in a car crash in San Bernardino, our attorneys help you recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering from the at-fault party.
Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries can permanently change a person's life, requiring long-term medical care and rehabilitation. Our San Bernardino brain injury lawyers work with medical experts to fully document the impact and pursue maximum compensation.
Motorcycle Accidents
Southern California is one of the best places to ride a motorcycle, and San Bernardino sees its share of motorcycle accidents. Insurance companies often try to blame the rider unfairly. Our attorneys fight to ensure motorcyclists receive fair compensation for their injuries.
Slip & Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents in San Bernardino can occur anywhere — retail centers, restaurants, hotels, office buildings. California premises liability law requires property owners to keep their premises reasonably safe. We fight for compensation when they don't.
Truck Accidents
Commercial truck accidents on San Bernardino's freeways and the Inland Empire's logistics corridor can cause devastating injuries. These cases often involve multiple parties — the trucking company, driver, manufacturer — and require detailed investigation. Our truck accident attorneys handle the complexity.
Product Liability
When defective products cause injury, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers can be held liable. Our San Bernardino product liability attorneys handle cases involving dangerous consumer goods, defective vehicles, faulty medical devices, and more.
Catastrophic Injuries
Catastrophic injuries result in long-term or permanent disability and require lifelong care. These cases demand aggressive representation to secure full compensation for medical costs, lost earning capacity, and quality of life impacts.
Wrongful Death
The wrongful death of a loved one is devastating. While no claim can bring back your family member, it can provide financial recovery for funeral costs, lost income, and loss of companionship. Our team handles these sensitive cases with care.
Bicycle Accidents
San Bernardino has bike-friendly infrastructure but cyclists still face dangers from cars and trucks. We help injured cyclists pursue full compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Premises Liability
Property owners must keep their premises in a reasonably safe condition. If you were injured due to a hazard on someone's property — inadequate security, broken stairs, unsafe conditions — you may have a premises liability claim.
Uber & Lyft Accidents
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are widely used throughout San Bernardino and the Inland Empire. Accidents involving rideshare vehicles can lead to complicated insurance and liability questions. Our attorneys understand California's rideshare insurance laws.
Workplace Accidents
Workplace injuries in San Bernardino — from offices to warehouses to construction sites — can be devastating. Beyond workers' compensation, third-party claims may be available depending on the circumstances.
Assault Injuries
Victims of assault may have civil claims against perpetrators and, in some cases, against property owners who failed to provide adequate security. Our attorneys help assault victims pursue full compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and emotional trauma.
Construction Accidents
San Bernardino continues to grow with new construction projects. If you were hurt on a construction site, a third-party claim might be available beyond workers' compensation. Contact us today to learn about your legal options.
Medical Malpractice
When healthcare providers' negligence causes injury, victims have a right to compensation. Medical malpractice cases require expert medical testimony and detailed investigation of records. Our team has the resources to take on hospitals and insurers.
And More
If you've been injured in any type of accident not listed here, our San Bernardino personal injury attorneys can still help. We handle a wide range of personal injury cases. Contact us today to discuss your specific situation.
And many more. Our attorneys possess the skills necessary to help maximize the value of your case. Call today for a free consultation.
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Case Value
What is My Personal Injury Case Worth?
It is difficult to determine the value of your personal injury case without knowing the facts and circumstances of your injury. Each personal injury case is different and requires a unique legal approach.
That said, the following factors tend to influence the value of a case most heavily:
- The strength of your evidence
- Whether you share any blame for the accident
- The severity of your injuries
- Types of injuries you’ve suffered
- The amount of financial losses you’ve suffered
Hiring a San Bernardino personal injury lawyer can help ensure you get the most from your case. Call M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers today for a free case review to explore the value of your claim.
Compensation
What Damages Are Available After an Accident in San Bernardino?
There are three broad categories of damages available to personal injury victims: economic damages, non-economic damages, and punitive damages.
Economic damages represent the financial losses you’ve suffered as a result of your injury. They include things like:
- Lost wages
- Medical bills
- Repair costs
- Loss in future earning potential
Economic Damages
- Lost wages
- Decreased earning capacity
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Rehabilitation
- Medical bills
Non-Economic Damages
- Pain and suffering
- Decreased enjoyment of life
- Anxiety, PTSD, depression
- Emotional distress
- Loss of consortium
Non-economic damages are also referred to as “pain and suffering” damages and compensate you for things more difficult to quantify.
Examples include:
- Physical, emotional, and mental anguish
- Loss of consortium
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- PTSD
Punitive damages are rarely awarded. These damages “punish” the defendant for their conduct and deter others from engaging in similar behavior. Call the San Bernardino personal injury attorneys with M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers today to find out what damages might be available in your case.
Fault Allocation
What Happens if I'm Blamed for an Accident in San Bernardino, CA?
In most cases, the other side will try to pin the blame on you after an accident. It’s important not to make any statements of fault in the accident’s immediate aftermath, as those statements could be used against you down the line.
California follows a pure comparative negligence doctrine. This means that you can still receive compensation even if you are partially at fault for your injury, but that compensation will be reduced to account for your percentage of fault.
Let’s say that you are awarded $100,000 for your personal injury, but the jury finds that you are 25% at fault. You would receive $75,000 (75%).
Important Deadline
How Long Do I Have To File a Lawsuit After an Accident in San Bernardino, California?
Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases. This statute provides a deadline for filing your injury claim. If you file your lawsuit after the statute of limitations has passed, a court will dismiss the case, and you will not be able to receive compensation for your injury.
In the State of California, you have two years to file a personal injury lawsuit. If your case involves medical malpractice, you’ll have just a year from the discovery date of the injury or three years if the injury was known at the onset.
Keep in mind as well that when suing a governmental entity, you’ll often have an even stricter timeline (six months in most cases).
There are also situations where the statute of limitations might be tolled (or paused), giving you more time to file your lawsuit.
If you’re not sure whether the statute of limitations has passed in your case, it won’t hurt to give M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers a call. We can analyze your statute of limitations during your free consultation.
Proving Your Case
What's Negligence? Why is it Important if I File A Personal Injury Case?
Negligence is the legal standard used to establish fault in most personal injury cases. Most personal injury cases revolve around the concept.
The injured party must satisfy the four legal elements of negligence to win their case. These elements are:
You’ll have to prove that the other party owed you duty of care but breached the duty and caused your injury. You’ll also have to show you suffered damages.
Our law firm can help you prove negligence in your case. Give us a call today, and we can begin working to help you receive compensation for your injuries.
Our Fees
What Does It Cost To Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer in San Bernardino?
We understand that you might not be in the financial position to hire a lawyer after a personal injury. After all, you probably have expenses and bills of all kinds to deal with.
That’s why we work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you’ll pay nothing upfront for our legal services. If we win your case, we’ll instead take a percentage of that financial award as payment.
The percentage varies depending on the nature of the case but is usually around 33%. Contact us today for a free consultation, and we can provide more information, including what the contingency fee arrangement will look like in your case.
Next Step
Schedule a Free Consultation With a San Bernardino Personal Injury Lawyer
You shouldn’t have to handle the aftermath of a personal injury on your own. Instead, let the experienced San Bernardino personal injury attorneys with M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers go to bat for you.
With over a century of combined experience and over $800 million collected, our lawyers know what it takes to be successful. Contact us today.
FAQ
Common Questions About San Bernardino Personal Injury Cases
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in California?
In California, you have two years to file a personal injury lawsuit, under California Code of Civil Procedure §335.1. If your case involves medical malpractice, you’ll have just a year from the discovery date of the injury or three years if the injury was known at the onset. When suing a governmental entity, you’ll often have a stricter timeline (six months in most cases).
How much does it cost to hire a personal injury lawyer at M&Y?
M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers operates on a contingency fee basis. You will pay nothing upfront for our legal services. If we win your case, we’ll take a percentage of that financial award as payment — usually around 33%. The percentage varies depending on the nature of the case.
What if I'm partially at fault for the accident?
California follows a pure comparative negligence doctrine. This means that you can still receive compensation even if you are partially at fault for your injury, but that compensation will be reduced to account for your percentage of fault. For example, if you are awarded $100,000 but found to be 25% at fault, you would receive $75,000 (75%).
What damages can I recover after a San Bernardino accident?
You may be entitled to economic damages (lost wages, medical bills, repair costs, loss in future earning potential), non-economic damages (physical/emotional/mental anguish, loss of consortium, loss of enjoyment of life, PTSD), and in rare cases, punitive damages if the defendant’s conduct was especially egregious.
Where are personal injury lawsuits filed in San Bernardino?
Personal injury lawsuits arising in San Bernardino are filed in the Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino — San Bernardino Justice Center, located at 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415. This courthouse handles civil personal injury matters originating in San Bernardino. Our M&Y San Bernardino office is located at 473 E. Carnegie Drive, Suite 200, San Bernardino, CA 92408. Call us at 866-864-5477.